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$505,000
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720 Checker Drive

Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
1,533 Ft²
$3,225
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Welcome Home! Beautifully maintained Kensington ranch model with a desirable family room addition in the sought-after Strathmore subdivision! This home offers a comfortable and functional layout with spacious living areas and great indoor-outdoor flow. The main living room connects seamlessly to the dining area and remodeled kitchen. Renovated in 2020. The kitchen features cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic tile flooring, and views into the expansive family room. Recessed lighting was added to the living room, creating a warm and updated feel throughout the main living space. The family room boasts vaulted ceilings, skylights, built-in shelving, white brick fireplace, and sliding doors opening to the backyard. This home offers 3 generously sized bedrooms, including a primary suite with its own updated bathroom and walk-in shower, along with an additional full bath. Separate laundry room with stainless steel washer/dryer and added cabinet storage. Outside, enjoy the fully fenced backyard with mature landscaping, open green space, and a brand new 2026 Trex deck offering stylish, low-maintenance outdoor living. Ideal for gatherings, outdoor dining, or simply unwinding at home. The expanded concrete driveway and attached 1-car garage provide added convenience and extra parking. Major improvements completed in 2022 include windows, fence, water heater, furnace, electric panel, sewer line, and roof for added peace of mind. Additional updates include newer exterior lighting and sump pump installed in the crawl space. Fantastic location just steps from Ivy Hill Elementary and close to parks, trails, Buffalo Creek Forest Preserve, Willow Stream Park, Buffalo Grove Fitness Center, shopping, dining, and more. Located in award-winning District 96 schools and Adlai E. Stevenson High School district. Move-in ready and a great opportunity in one of Buffalo Grove's most sought-after neighborhoods! Schedule a showing today! Some images have been virtually staged to help visualize space.
Unit Size
1,533 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.25 acres
Price per sqft
$303
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$942
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1970

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Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1970
  • Effective Year Built: 1972
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 7
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 9
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 11
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 0
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 1
  • Garage Square Area: 364
  • Parking Space Count: 1
  • Patio Type: 69
  • Porch Type: 102
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 10,890
  • Total Building Area: 1,897
  • Gross Building Area: 1,897
  • Building Area: 1,533
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 0
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,533
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 2

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: STRATHMORE IN BUFFALO GROVE UNIT 8
  • Land Acres: 0000000250
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 40
  • Legal Description 1: STRATHMORE IN BUFFALO GROVE UNIT 8 LOT 18 BLOCK 16

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Kildeer Countryside Community Consolidated School District 96
  • Census Tract: 864516

Geography

  • District: VERNON
  • Parcel: 15-32-106-008
  • Block: 16
  • Lot: 18
  • Municipality: TWP OF VERNON
  • Latitude: 42.1667
  • Longitude: -87.9754

    Address

  • Full Address: 720 Checker Dr
  • Legal Unit: 8
  • Address - House Number: 720
  • Address - Street Name: Checker
  • Address - Suffix Type: Dr
  • State: IL
  • City Name: Buffalo Grove
  • Carrier Code: C039
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1413
  • Zip Code: 60089

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $949,812
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 16094

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1969
  • Valuation Date: Feb 28, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 73
  • Final Value: 425,055
  • High Value: 508,760
  • Low Value: 341,349

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $330,450
  • Market Land Value: $93,384
  • Market Improvement Value: $237,066

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $110,139
  • Assessed Land Value: $31,125
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $79,014

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Jul 25, 2022
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Sep 12, 2022
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 71
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 7932174
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Oct 24, 2017
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Sep 15, 2017
  • Previous Sale Amount: $304,500
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 71
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 720 Checker Drive built and last sold?
The property at 720 Checker Drive was built in 1970 and last sold on Jul 25, 2022 for $396,500.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 720 Checker Drive is $453,198.
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